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Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)

What is the TEAS test?

The TEAS test is a four-part, web-based, supervised assessment that includes subtests in Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English language usage.

Why do I need to take the TEAS test?

Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) has made the TEAS test a requirement for admission to the Healthcare programs. QCC has set the following Standards on TEAS scores for admission to improve the success of students in completing the program.

Program

Standardized
Test

Composite
Score

Math

Science

English

Reading

Dental Assisting

TEAS

45%

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Dental Hygiene

TEAS

n/a

54%

40%

53%

53%

Nurse Education

TEAS

65%

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Practical Nursing

TEAS

50%

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Occupational Therapy

TEAS

n/a

54%

40%

53%

60%

Radiologic Technology

TEAS

n/a

54%

40%

53%

60%

Respiratory Care

TEAS

65%

n/a

n/a

n/a

60%

Surgical Technology

TEAS

60%

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

When should I take the TEAS?

Quinsigamond Community College recommends the applicants complete admission requirements for your specific program before taking the TEAS test to enhance their knowledge base. For clarification or additional information, please contact the advising center at advising [at] qcc.mass.edu or the admissions office at admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu.

Test expiration information

Applicants to those Healthcare programs requiring the TEAS must achieve the required scores within two attempts of taking the TEAS test AND within 5 years of application to a Healthcare program.

ATI provides an on-line practice test and a study manual for students for a fee. You may access this information at ATI Testing.

On the Day of the Test

Students must bring a valid picture ID to be admitted into the testing site. Students will not be allowed to take the test without photo identification.

Please arrive at testing site 15 minutes before the starting time. Late applicants will not be permitted to enter once the test has started.

Students will receive their test results prior to leaving the testing site. Test results can only be interpreted in consultation with your advisors. TEAS proctors cannot interpret your test results.

Calculators are not permitted at the testing site or during the test.

Pencils and scrap paper will be provided and collected when the test is completed.

Cell phones, iPods, pagers, other electronic devices, books, notes, or study guides are prohibited from use during the test session. Any test taker found using any of the above during the test session will be asked to leave the testing site immediately.

Test dates/times are subject to change.

Registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Seats are limited.

Location

Testing sites will vary but the majority of the TEAS tests are scheduled at QCC’s Center for Workforce Development and Continuing Education:

Email

Important Information!!!

TEAS Test: The registration fee is non-refundable. If you decide to cancel your test, you will not receive a refund. Rescheduling your test date is allowed only once and will follow the 48 business hour policy. Should you fail to show up for your scheduled test date or reschedule less than 48 business hours prior to your original test date, you will be charged again